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Homewood Star weekle roundup
As we head into the weekend, take a look at some events happening Oct. 4-6 and catch up on news you may have missed this week.
If you're looking for something to do this weekend, here's a few things happening around town:
Jimmie Hale Mission's 5th Annual Rescue Run: On Saturday, the run will take place in Downtown Homewood, 1830 29th Ave S., from 6:30-9:45 a.m. This run benefitting the Jimmie Hale mission, will feature 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Fun Run options. Race attendees will receive a race t-shirt and swag bag filled with goodies. Post-race food items along with water and sports drinks will be provided. The 10K will be a double loop of the 5K, and is a run-only option beginning at 7:45. There will be a time limit of 1 hour and 45 Minutes (a 17 Minutes/mile pace) to complete the 10K. Walkers are welcome for the 5K and Fun Run. Race fees begin at $25, and registration can be completed online at https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/AL/Birmingham/JimmieHaleMissionsRescueRun. Alabama Outdoors Party on the Porch: On Friday, Alabama Outdoors is hosting their Party on the Porch event, located at 3054 Independence Dr., from 6-9 p.m. This is a family-friendly event, with activities for kids, a dog-friendly atmosphere, live music, food, corn hole and giveaways. Attendance is free, but attendees 21 and up are asked to donate (not required) $10 for a wristband and a souvenir cup. Proceeds will benefit the Junior League of Birmingham. 2024 Made South Fall Market: On Friday and Saturday, Events at Have, located at 2515 6th Ave S in Birmingham, is hosting the 2024 Made South Fall Market. The market features unique treasures from a diverse array of artisans and makers from across the South and will include food, drinks and live music and art. It will be open from 5-9 p.m. on Friday and from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday. Visit https://bit.ly/47PMmHn for more information.
If you think you've missed news from this week, here's a recap of some of our stories from Sept. 30-Oct. 3:
In sports this week, week seven of Under the Lights previews Friday's game against Gardendale, and the Under the Lights Podcast thoughts from Parmley and Gary Lloyd on week 6 and 7 of high school football. Faces of Homewood: Meet Jack Mitchell, the 360-degree drumming master that's gone viral for his performances with Homewood High School's band. City news: Homewood's city council certified the results of the city's city manager referendum, and they hired former Birmingham finance director Lester Smith to lead the Finance Department.